2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 9-X weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
